Lake Melody Dam

No name· Bartow, Georgia· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Melody Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA)
Dam Length380 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage142 acre-ft
Normal Storage93 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area83 sq mi
NID IDGA03964

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 19, 2018
State Regulated: No
Regulatory Agency: GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

Lewis, John and Paula

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Melody Dam?

Lake Melody Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lake Melody Dam?

Lake Melody Dam is owned by Lewis, John and Paula (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Melody Dam?

Lake Melody Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lake Melody Dam?

Lake Melody Dam has a dam height of 24 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Lake Melody Dam last inspected?

Lake Melody Dam was last inspected on April 19, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.